SWIFT/BIC code ILBKMZM1XXX
ILBKMZM1XXX belongs to Banco Portugues Atlantico in Maputo, Mozambique.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ILBKMZM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ILBKMZM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Portugues Atlantico |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Maputo |
| Country | Mozambique |
The way the Banco Portugues Atlantico SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ILBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses BIC ILBKMZM1XXX?
ILBKMZM1XXX identifies the head office of Banco Portugues Atlantico in Maputo, Mozambique. Use it when a payment to Banco Portugues Atlantico does not need a specific branch.
Does Banco Portugues Atlantico use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ILBKMZM1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Portugues Atlantico in Mozambique, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use ILBKMZM1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ILBKMZM1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in ILBKMZM1XXX mean?
ILBK is the institution code of Banco Portugues Atlantico, MZ is the ISO code of Mozambique, M1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Portugues Atlantico?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ILBKMZM1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Mozambique uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Banco Portugues Atlantico take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.